2009 Honda Element vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Element | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |